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Answer by John Matthews , Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker

What does the Bible say about AIDS / HIV? Is AIDS / HIV a judgment from God?

The Bible says nothing concerning HIV/Aids specifically. To make a broad statement saying that all sickness is a curse from God, on all mankind, negates a...

February 20 2018 9 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Are we all God's children, or only Christians?

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We are not predestined to be saved, but when we believe on Jesus as the only way to be saved, we are predestined to be raised at the resurrection. John 6:40...

February 20 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

If I am saved and all of my sins are forgiven, why not continue to sin?

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In First Corinthians there was a man who was sleeping with his fathers wife. Pau said it was such a sin that they should kick him out of the church and turn...

February 20 2018

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

What is the purpose of tithing?

Although God owns 100% of everything, He asks us for only 10% (Lev 27:30). Giving back 10% of our earnings is an act of faith and acknowledgement of God's...

February 20 2018 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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How can I reconcile my understanding of God and salvation with predestination?

February 20 2018

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How can we learn to trust God like the prophet Habakkuk?

February 20 2018

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Should Christians celebrate Christmas?

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This is not a salvation issue. Whether one chooses to celebrate Christmas or not is best left to their consciences.

February 20 2018

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Who were the kings of Israel and Judah?

February 20 2018

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Should wine or grape juice be used for communion?

February 20 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

If I am saved and all of my sins are forgiven, why not continue to sin?

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We do not continue in the faith to stay saved. Second Timothy 2:13. If we believe not, He abideth faithful, He can not deny Himself. Once we have His Holy...

February 19 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What is Kwanzaa? Should a Christian celebrate Kwanzaa?

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Howard and D D, Mr Houdmann's answer was too mild for you? And Kwanzaa shouldn't be a matter to talk to God about? What happened to the direction to "take it...

February 19 2018

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What should a Christian woman do if she discovers that her husband is a homosexual?

February 19 2018

Comment by Chris Button , Retired Fire Captain, sinner saved by Grace

What is Kwanzaa? Should a Christian celebrate Kwanzaa?

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Danny I totally understand. I guess my point is that we are called to be in the world but not of the world. We're called to shine the light of the Gospel in...

February 19 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

If we are born into sin, how are children judged?

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The Bible says that sin is the transgression of the law (1 John 3:4), meaning that in order to sin we must transgress the law. Can a newborn have other gods,...

February 19 2018

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Who was the Apostle Paul referring to Romans 1:30 when he said "disobedient to parents"? Was he referring to just children, or does this verse apply to both adults and children?

In my opinion, Paul in this verse is not necessarily implying that children (even after reaching adulthood) have the same duty of obedience to their parents...

February 19 2018 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Where do people get the phrase, "Be in the world, but not of the world" when that actual phrase is not in the Bible?

Although (as noted in the question) no individual Bible verse contains those exact words, the phrase is expressing a thought that does have a Biblical basis....

February 19 2018 2 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Lena Wms , Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer

If we are born into sin, how are children judged?

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On one side I can see where you are coming from, there is no magic age that all children will be suddenly accountability with full understanding. Even in the...

February 19 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Should Christians celebrate Christmas?

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Mr Vance I think you totally missed what Paul was telling the church in Gal 4. He wasn't telling them to refrain from any and all days of celebration. He was...

February 19 2018

Comment by Kenneth Heck

Why did God allow Solomon to have 1,000 wives and concubines?

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In my opinion, this number, along with certain others (185,000 dead Assyrians, 1,000 killed by Samson, New Jerusalem 1,500 miles on a side, etc.) is...

February 19 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What is Kwanzaa? Should a Christian celebrate Kwanzaa?

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Chris I realize I am new in Christ. I also know that I'm still dealing with this flesh, and all my "christian" brothers and sisters are too. There's no...

February 19 2018

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Is the pope the Vicar of Christ?

February 19 2018

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Did Jesus ever travel to India?

February 19 2018

Comment by Chris Button , Retired Fire Captain, sinner saved by Grace

What is Kwanzaa? Should a Christian celebrate Kwanzaa?

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I think the problem with cultural identity is that we tend to think of ourselves as Americans (or some other nationality) first and Christians second. We are...

February 19 2018

Award for Catherine wilkin , Homemaker, medical receptionist and administrator

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Why did God allow Solomon to have 1,000 wives and concubines?

February 19 2018

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Who was Nebuchadnezzar?

February 19 2018

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Who were the kings of Israel and Judah?

February 19 2018

Answer by John Brooks

Is, “If the scripture makes plain sense, seek no other sense” a good Bible hermeneutic to use in study?

No, it is not a good Bible hermeneutic. I have tried to find the origin of this rule, but have been unsuccessful. One thing I know is that it does not...

February 19 2018 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about lying? Is lying a sin?

February 19 2018

Answer by RICK PORTER , Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God

Who are the 7000 who make up the remnant that God reserved for Himself mentioned in Romans 11? Is this a prophecy for the future or has it been fulfilled?

In 1 Kings 19:14-18, Elijah had fled for his life to a mountain cave after King Ahab and Jezebel threaten to destroy him. Elijah had given up hope and...

February 19 2018 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Who are the 7000 who make up the remnant that God reserved for Himself mentioned in Romans 11? Is this a prophecy for the future or has it been fulfilled?

In my opinion, the mention of the 7,000 individuals in this verse was not speaking of a specific current (at the time Paul wrote) or future number, but was...

February 19 2018 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What did Jesus mean when he said, "You will seek me and not find me"?

I think that Jesus provided the answer to this just prior to the verse cited in the question. He was saying that those to whom He was speaking would not be...

February 19 2018 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about age differences in relationships?

February 19 2018

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What does the Bible say about a death bed conversion?

February 19 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What exactly does "fall away" mean in Heb 6:6?

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Once we have trusted Jesus as our savior we are sealed by the Holy Spirit of promise. 4:30 Unto the day of redemption. Second Timothy 2:13 If we believe not,...

February 18 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What is a true Christian?

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The Bible defines "believers" the way you state but not "christian." Christian started out as a "put down" and in many areas, still is. The term was embraced...

February 18 2018

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Answer by Heidi coghlan , Psychotherapist/ Homemaker widow Downton Baptist church UK

What is a Christian couple allowed to do in sex?

Anal sex was classed as buggery and illegal between husband and wife. How can we as Christians encourage this by saying anything goes within marriage This is...

February 18 2018 2 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Raki Gray

How can I be ready to be caught up in the Rapture?

What does it mean to be rapture ready? And what does it mean not to be? I believe once a person is born again gone through the new creation experience he/she...

February 18 2018 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What is free grace? What is Free Grace Theology?

February 18 2018

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What does it mean that Jesus is the 'first-born' over Creation?

February 18 2018

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Which side of Adam was the rib taken to create Eve?

February 18 2018

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

If we are born into sin, how are children judged?

Before I address the judgment part of the question, it’s important to comment of the “born into sin” doctrine. The inherited original sin doctrine is mainly...

February 18 2018 7 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Craig Daniels

What exactly does "fall away" mean in Heb 6:6?

In this scripture the term fall away comes from a Greek word which means apostasy. This term shows an abandoning from something. In this scripture the...

February 18 2018 1 Comments 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

How much of a priority should worship be in the church?

Worship should be the number one priority/focus. "And the man bowed down his head, and worshipped the LORD." (Genesis 24:26) "And I bowed down my head, and...

February 18 2018 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Heidi Mason

Why is there the shift of focus on God in the phrase, "for God cannot be tempted by evil," in James 1:13?

"Let no one say when he is tempted, 'I am being tempted by God,' for GOD CANNOT BE TEMPTED WITH EVIL, and he himself tempts no one." James 1:13 I'm seeing it...

February 18 2018 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by dee scott , Divine Mercy Apostle

What is the purpose of tithing?

In my opinion, I feel that tithing replaces the Old Testament sacrifices of animals and the first crop, etc. After Jesus sacrificed himself for us we no...

February 18 2018 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up